Job Description

TERM FULL-TIME (ONE YEAR) POSITION IN NORTH VANCOUVER(Onsite)

CLOSES: Open Until Filled

All employees working within the Yuustway Health and Wellness Department are required to provide a Vaccination Record as a condition of employment

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Be Part of Something Meaningful!

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Play a vital role in advancing cultural safety and education across Squamish Nation by leading coordination for the Sk?wx?wu?7mesh U?xwumixw Cultural Competency Training Program. As part of Yuustway Health & Wellness, you'll help bridge traditional knowledge with organizational learning, ensuring our snew?iyelh (teachings) are shared with integrity and respect.

What You'll Do

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Coordinate all aspects of the Cultural Competency Training initiative under the guidance of Yuustway Health & Wellness leadership Facilitate collaboration between Language & Culture teams, Elders, Knowledge Keepers and external partners like CheckingIn Organize and document advisory circle meetings, ensuring Sk?wx?wu?7mesh protocols are followed Support development of video-based curriculum that respectfully shares Squamish stories and teachings Manage production logistics including filming schedules, location permissions and Elder honorariums Track project milestones and prepare regular progress reports for leadership Develop engagement strategies to encourage staff participation across all Squamish Nation departments Assist with program evaluation and continuous improvement after launch

What We're Looking For

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Experience coordinating Indigenous-led education or community projects Demonstrated ability to work respectfully with Elders and Knowledge Keepers Strong organizational skills with ability to manage complex timelines and deliverables Experience with curriculum development or multimedia educational tools Understanding of Indigenous knowledge systems and cultural safety principles Excellent communication skills for diverse audiences (staff, leadership, community members) Cultural humility and respect for Sk?wx?wu?7mesh values, sovereignty, and self-determination

Why Work With Us

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Impactful Work

- Be part of a team dedicated to serving the community through Na estetx? w s?walwen cht (Trust), Na estitkw s?walwen cht (Security), Na es?w'u?w'ulh s?walwen cht (Purpose) and Na eslhilhkw'is s?walwen cht (Belonging)

Professional Growth

- We invest in our people with training, mentorship, and career development

Sk?wx?wu7mesh Uxwumixw Values

- Be part of an organization that values Uxwumixw (community/peoples), snew?iyelh(guiding through teachings), wenaxws (respect) and inclusivity.

As a dynamic community organization, we understand the importance of employing enthusiastic and talented people to work together. We know that our future strength and growth is very much dependent on our key resources - our people. With a variety of programs and services, we offer career paths that fit many areas of expertise, backgrounds, and interests. Along with competitive compensation and benefits, we foster an environment that values diversity through the respect and appreciation of each person for their individual attributes.

Salary:

$47,000 - $66,000 annually


Candidates are typically offered compensation between the beginning to the midpoint of the range. We are committed to providing a fair and equitable package that reflects the value an individual brings to the organization.

Benefits

: We offer extended medical and dental, pension matching, supplementary savings, and a professional development budget.

Join us in building a future rooted in culture, values, and community strength. Your work matters here. #Workwithpurpose

Please note selected ca

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es will be required to complete background checks. If you have concerns regarding any incidents that will be reported on your Criminal Record Check, please let us know in advance to ensure we can work together on a plan that works for the nation and you as the applicant